Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300
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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2012

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the S4300 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was launched within a month of the S4300 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A2400 IS grades versus the S4300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Nikon S4300
A2400 IS | S4300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Canon A2400 IS
S4300 | A2400 IS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S4300
A2400 IS | S4300 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S4300 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S4300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS against the S4300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and S4300 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and S4300.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 139g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | 180 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $149 | $119 |